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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-16-21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,025
Posted By ravenix

So I recently picked up a Koga-Miyata Pro frame...

So I recently picked up a Koga-Miyata Pro frame set also a size 60.... I can’t really justify having 2 bike projects right now but I’ve always wanted a One Thousand. Would you consider a partial...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-15-21, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,025
Posted By ravenix

Ah man, last thing I need ... but I have most of...

Ah man, last thing I need ... but I have most of the parts needed to build this up. Was this frame built with 27” or 700c wheel geometry?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-19-21, 12:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

Sold

sold!!!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-19-21, 11:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

Last Bump - Price Drop to $100 + $25 Priority...

Last Bump - Price Drop to $100 + $25 Priority Mail Shipping to USA.

Thanks to all interested; however it's going on eBay Sunday if not sold...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-16-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

Here’s some pics of the bottom bracket; actually...

Here’s some pics of the bottom bracket; actually in rather good shape... there is a noticeable off color line where the ball bearings roll, but it’s not pitted.

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-16-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

Bump.... Price Drop to $120 for the set plus...

Bump.... Price Drop to $120 for the set plus shipping. Would really like to see these put to use. Anyone got a spring build project?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-21, 10:10 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Dang, Very Nice build! Love that crankset.......

Dang, Very Nice build! Love that crankset.... what is that triple. Rene Herse? The wheelset too is very cool, hubs?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-21, 10:06 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Black Ostrich Canvas bags with brown leather...

Black Ostrich Canvas bags with brown leather straps.... going for a long test ride this weekend with them, I’ll shoot a few pics and a write up on how the build feels :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 11:23 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Thanks! I was really going for a modern take on a...

Thanks! I was really going for a modern take on a classic '80's frame :) I think it came together fairly well..... still playing with a few different handlebars, haven't used the good bar tape yet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 03:38 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

SP in the Sun... Good day for a test ride!

Finally have it finished and took it for a spin today.... all the silver bits really shine in the sun!

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-12-21, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

The crankarms are 170mm. I didn't put them in the...

The crankarms are 170mm. I didn't put them in the photos but I also have the SR Sakae Clips for the pedals...

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-11-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

When I rode the Lotus Eclair with this group...

When I rode the Lotus Eclair with this group installed, the downtube shifters only had a friction setting. They worked fine this way, however I would think that if you were to install index shifters...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

Yes, the down tube shifters are the odd...

Yes, the down tube shifters are the odd B-Type.... not sure if there are adaptors for them?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-21, 10:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,129
Posted By ravenix

FS - Shimano Deore Touring Group

Full Shimano Deore Touring Groupset, 1980s Vintage! $150.00 plus shipping.

Really cool and in excellent shape, pulled off a Lotus Eclair touring bike from 1984, includes everything in the photos -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-21, 10:00 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Voyageur SP Further Update...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/4733fb74_d0a4_4972_8b8b_c9cb1e116750_64708c247c799ffeb1f2931605d03bbb5546adab.jpeg
H Plus Son Archtype High Polish 32h laced to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-21, 10:20 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Thanks! It’s been a lot of fun... just awaiting...

Thanks! It’s been a lot of fun... just awaiting my rear derailleur to arrive and I’ll start cabling it up. Hope to have it completed by the end of next week.... Thinking it’ll be my new Randonneur...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-21, 10:11 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Nope, didn’t try to fit 700c wheels beforehand....

Nope, didn’t try to fit 700c wheels beforehand. I’ve had way too many issues trying to find canti brakes that work when swapping from 27 to 700 on other frames. Just wanted to avoid the whole issue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Both the 48 & 34 110bcd Real chainrings I bought...

Both the 48 & 34 110bcd Real chainrings I bought on eBay, they are NOS ..... pretty sure there are a couple more still available when I was searching. Priced around $50 each but I was able to bring...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-21, 09:24 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

The crankset is a rare duck; never seen a Takagi...

The crankset is a rare duck; never seen a Takagi Tourney XT crank stamped with the Schwinn logo before this one! The 48 and 34 chainring are from Real, the inner 26 is Takagi.
Definitely doing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-21, 09:21 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

The frameset is powdercoated by Mark Rainey at...

The frameset is powdercoated by Mark Rainey at Groody Brothers in Topeka Kansas. Mark is a fantastic guy who does real quality work at a very reasonable price! He did some extras on this frame such...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-21, 08:15 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Voyager SP Update!

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Nitro Bars & Dura Ace 7700 Brifters...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-21, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,130,813
Posted By ravenix

Finished my Trek 720 build today. Not a...

Finished my Trek 720 build today. Not a completely original set-up, but I think the newer parts mix well with the old and it came together beautifully! Rides quite well on 700c Panaracer Gravel King...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-21, 12:19 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Wow, super cool! That must be the 25” frame.......

Wow, super cool! That must be the 25” frame.... looks really big. Nice job on those fenders, but yeah no way is that the original fork. I'll be lucky to get 32mm tires with 40mm fenders (which is my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-21, 12:04 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/a70af073_f5fc_456a_8d75_15be352d11a7_8115f3e2cb0da096d3014bff5cca3d27bfe218a4.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-21, 08:50 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

You got a set of 45mm fenders to fit through the...

You got a set of 45mm fenders to fit through the fork? Wow, yeah please post some photos when you have a chance! What size tires are you running with those fenders? I measured out the available width...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-21, 01:41 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

So I’m in the process of building up my ‘85 SP...

So I’m in the process of building up my ‘85 SP frame and trying to size the wheel set & fender size. Looks like the largest fenders I can fit in the fork is about 40mm? Had anyone successfully done...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,550
Posted By ravenix

Groody Bros Restoration!

Received an update on my '85 Schwinn Voyageur SP: Cold-set to accept 135 hub, Cantilever Posts moved for modern brakes, fresh powder-coat and new decals! Awaiting a final clearcoat and then I get to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-20, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,635
Posted By ravenix

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/998x1331/haro_2_a73721cd37245eaef45940c2c03a895f19e56010.jpg
Haro Front View
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,635
Posted By ravenix

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1331x998/haro_1_565e074b9aa3a632edef390d51bc52b12615714c.jpg
Haro
My old 80's Haro converted into a 3x1 speed. Perfect for cruising the trails...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-20, 12:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,389
Posted By ravenix

What do you think the value of this crankset is?...

What do you think the value of this crankset is? $120 too much or about right?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-20, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,389
Posted By ravenix

Thank you Salamandrine & Steve Sumner! I really...

Thank you Salamandrine & Steve Sumner! I really appreciate that information, very helpful :thumb: They look really nice and the wide spread 51-42-28 chainrings seem like they would be a great fit for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,389
Posted By ravenix

Gipiemme Special Triple Crankset.. any ideas?

I found an interesting crankset made by Gipiemme, they are a triple with a wide range of 51-42-28. They are used but look to be in good shape still. I'm considering them for a touring build with a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-22-20, 05:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,650
Posted By ravenix

Thanks Benotto Biker! PM & PayPal Sent.......

Thanks Benotto Biker! PM & PayPal Sent.... looking forward to building this up after a fresh new powercoat at Groody Bros! Cheers :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,697
Posted By ravenix

Sheldon will always be a Cycling Alchemist!

Sheldon will always be a Cycling Alchemist!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-20, 03:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,510
Posted By ravenix

...except gas is super cheap these days :)

...except gas is super cheap these days :)
Forum: Touring
05-19-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,807
Posted By ravenix

Agreed, I road south from Bellingham to the...

Agreed, I road south from Bellingham to the California border a few years back and the view was fantastic without traffic obscuring it.
Forum: Touring
05-19-20, 02:59 PM
Replies: 356
Views: 399,059
Posted By ravenix

I tour on a Selle SMP Avant, it's a more modern...

I tour on a Selle SMP Avant, it's a more modern saddle but anatomically shaped for long days on the road.... just as an option other than brooks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 53,343
Posted By ravenix

Stumbled across this drool-worthy old steed, just...

Stumbled across this drool-worthy old steed, just wanted to chime in on the beautiful work you've done! I'm looking for a '86 Nishiki GT to build up myself.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-17-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,650
Posted By ravenix

That's an interesting Schwinn Voyager frame.......

That's an interesting Schwinn Voyager frame.... I've got a fair bit of 9 speed touring parts that could be used to build this up. Not sure on the sizing though. I'm just about 6' tall with a 33"...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-11, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,669
Posted By ravenix

The HED C2 rims are on my favorite list right...

The HED C2 rims are on my favorite list right now. I've been looking at them and the A23 by Velocity, but the HED might be a better quality rim. If you are still trying to decide, I would go with the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-17-08, 10:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,326
Posted By ravenix

$2o bucks for canti's really isn't bad! Have you...

$2o bucks for canti's really isn't bad! Have you priced them lately? They are really making a comeback since cyclocross had taken off. Anyhow, I'm putting them on an early 90's Haro mountain bike...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-17-08, 01:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,326
Posted By ravenix

Unknown Cantilever Brakes...

I just purchased 2 sets of these for my winter bike project. However, I cannot find out a thing about them and I've searched the net till I can't search no more!!! :)

So.... has anybody ever...
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